Lean Machine Shop Team Lead — KPI-Driven, Safety & Growth

Orion Electrotech; Poole; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Poole is seeking a skilled Machine Shop Team Leader to manage a high-performing team. This role involves overseeing production, ensuring compliance with Health and Safety regulations, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Ideal candidates will possess strong management experience and knowledge of Lean Manufacturing techniques. The company offers a competitive benefits package including a pension and generous holiday entitlement.

Benefits

Company pension

25 days holiday plus 8 Bank Holidays

Health Cash Plan

Share Save Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience managing colleagues in a machine shop environment.
• Proficient in setting and running various machine tools.
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing and Health and Safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Monitor performance and KPIs of shift team members.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Cooperate on daily and monthly target achievement.
• Identify training needs and coordinate training delivery.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety procedures.

Skills

Team management

Setting and running machine tools

Lean Manufacturing techniques

Health and Safety knowledge

Strong communication skills

Job description

A leading engineering firm in Poole is seeking a skilled Machine Shop Team Leader to manage a high-performing team. This role involves overseeing production, ensuring compliance with Health and Safety regulations, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Ideal candidates will possess strong management experience and knowledge of Lean Manufacturing techniques. The company offers a competitive benefits package including a pension and generous holiday entitlement.